Why Praise God?

Why Praise God?

Why praise GOD? Praise expresses complete trust in our Creator. That trust conquers anxiety, for His Word tells us not to be anxious about anything, but in every situation we are to pray, worship, and give thanks to Him as we make known our requests before...
Authentic Joy verses Worldly Happiness

Authentic Joy verses Worldly Happiness

“What makes you so happy?” the co-worker sarcastically asked. With a slight hesitation, I responded, “Do you really want to know?” She sneered, “I know…J…E…S…U…S.” I answered softly, “Yes, that’s right.”  A serious look came over her face as she whispered, “Will...
Choices Determine Consequences

Choices Determine Consequences

When my son was a little boy, I told him that in this life, we have a free will to make either good or bad choices. That choice will either yield a positive result or a negative result. He repeated my words to me, when as a teenager, he took ownership of a bad choice...
TWO MASTERS

TWO MASTERS

Jesus said, “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other; or he will be devoted to one and despise the other” (Matthew 6:24). Master is defined as a person who possesses authority, ownership, or instructional leadership. Therefore,...
PRAY WITHOUT CEASING

PRAY WITHOUT CEASING

The New Oxford American Dictionary defines “prayer” as “a request for help or an expression of thanks addressed to God.” For the Christian, prayer is conversation with God, through Jesus, our Intercessor.  Adam and Eve enjoyed face-to-face communication...

WALK ON THE WATER

Do you ever feel as though the storms of life are overwhelming you? I am going through a personal storm with my health. And the Lord graciously reminded me not to focus on my problem but to keep my eyes on Him.  Jesus calls us to get out of our boat (a metaphor...